Tuao, Philippines
Cagayan Valley · Philippines
Tuao is a mid-size city in Cagayan Valley, Philippines with a population of 66,147. Elevation: 121 ft (37 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).
Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026
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About Tuao
Tuao, officially the Municipality of Tuao, is a municipality in the province of Cagayan, Philippines. According to the 2024 census, it has a population of 66,147 people.
People
Climate
| Population | 66,147 |
| Population Density | 795 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 121 ft (37 m) |
| Coordinates | 17.7364°, 121.4564° |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
| Country | 🇵🇭 Philippines |
| State / Province | Cagayan Valley |
| Average Temperature | 79°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 74.5 inches (1,893 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Tuao
Tuao is a mid-size city in Philippines (Cagayan Valley) with a population of 66,147. The city sits at an elevation of 121 feet (37 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 79°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 74°F in January to 82°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 74.5 inches. The timezone is Asia/Manila.
Climate in Tuao
Tuao has an average annual temperature of 27.1°C (81°F). The hottest month is Jun (29.8°C), the coldest is Jan (23.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 1804 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 79.3°F |
| 47% above Philippines avg | |
| January Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 121 ft (37 m) |
| Area | 83.2 sq mi (215.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 795/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 17.7364°N, 121.4564°E |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
4 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 1.0 m (3 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1988 | NORTH OF LUZON ISLAND | Earthquake | 1.0 m | - | 107 km |
| 2022 | N. LUZON ISLAND | Earthquake | 0.1 m | 11 | 72 km |
| 1983 | LUZON ISLAND | Earthquake | - | 16 | 84 km |
| 1627 | W. LUZON ISLAND | Earthquake | - | - | 113 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Ambalatungan Group (60 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Ambalatungan Group | Compound | 2,329 m (7,641 ft) | Unknown | 60 km |
| Cagua | Stratovolcano | 1,133 m (3,717 ft) | 1860 | 89 km |
| Camiguin de Babuyanes | Stratovolcano | 712 m (2,336 ft) | 1857 | 129 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 74°F (23°C) | 1.6 in | Coldest |
| February | 75°F (24°C) | 0.7 in | Driest |
| March | 79°F (26°C) | 1.3 in | |
| April | 82°F (28°C) | 2.4 in | |
| May | 83°F (29°C) | 6.4 in | Warmest |
| June | 83°F (28°C) | 7.8 in | |
| July | 82°F (28°C) | 9.3 in | |
| August | 82°F (28°C) | 9.5 in | |
| September | 81°F (27°C) | 7.6 in | |
| October | 79°F (26°C) | 11.9 in | Wettest |
| November | 77°F (25°C) | 11.5 in | |
| December | 74°F (24°C) | 4.6 in |
Tuao has a seasonal temperature swing of 10°F / from 74°F in January to 83°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 74.5 inches, with October being the wettest month (11.9") and February the driest (0.7").
Schools in Tuao
2 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tuao Central Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Cato Primary School | - | - | - | - |
Libraries in Tuao
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Municipal Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Tuao
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Conner Public Market | |||||
| New Piat Public Market | |||||
| Piat Public Market | |||||
| Public Market | |||||
| Solana Public Market | |||||
| Tuao Public Market |
Airports Near Tuao
5 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Cagayan North International Airport | LLC | Medium Airport |
| Tuguegarao Airport | TUG | Medium Airport |
| Aparri (Maura) Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Dibagat Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Lal-lo Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Tuao
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Bellfrey | |
| The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints |
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Public Holidays in Philippines
18 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Tuao
What is the population of Tuao?
Tuao has a population of 66,147 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 795 people per square mile, spread across 83.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in Tuao?
Tuao has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 74°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 74.5 inches.
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